Best 8 Beef Tomato Stew Recipes

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When it comes to comfort food, nothing beats a hearty bowl of beef tomato stew. This classic dish is packed with flavor and can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a versatile and budget-friendly option. Whether you prefer a thick, rich stew or a lighter, broth-based version, there are endless possibilities to explore. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps of creating the perfect beef tomato stew, with tips on choosing the right ingredients, building layers of flavor, and achieving the perfect balance of tenderness and texture.

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ALITA'S TOMATO BEEF STEW



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Alita tweaked this rich, tomato-based beef stew over the years from her original recipe, which was much less red and contained less vegetables. We're always a little regretful when the pot is empty. Teenagers can wolf it down pretty fast!

Provided by Kate in Berkeley

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
¼ cup oil
3 (14.5 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
3 large onions, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 ½ cups water
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
5 teaspoons minced garlic, or to taste
1 tablespoon paprika
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
3 bay leaves
3 cups 3/4-inch carrot chunks
3 cups 3/4-inch potato chunks
2 cups quartered fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a resealable bag; add stew meat and shake until meat is coated.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add coated meat and loose flour from the bag to the hot oil; cook and stir until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Mix tomatoes, onions, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, paprika, sugar, and bay leaves into stew meat mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer stew, scraping bottom of Dutch oven every 30 minutes, about 1 hour.
  • Stir carrots into stew and cook for 30 minutes more. Add potatoes to stew and cook until potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Add mushrooms to stew and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 678.1 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND TOMATO STEW



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Nothing hits the spot on a chilly winter night like a hearty bowl of stew. Boost the feel-good factor with this lighter version.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced small
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
3 celery stalks, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 pounds beef chuck, fat trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 cups cooked brown rice
6 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened, 10 minutes. Transfer mixture to a 5-to-6-quart slow cooker and add beef, tomatoes, broth, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Cover and cook on high, 6 hours, stirring occasionally. To serve, divide brown rice and stew among 6 bowls and top with yogurt and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 7 g

BEEF, GREEN CHILI AND TOMATO STEW



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I love the green chilies in this stew and the rich, flavorful sauce of this stew is wonderful! Serve over rice, or with a crusty bread, and salad for a wonderful winter meal.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 3h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup vegetable oil
3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can roma tomatoes, with juice
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chile peppers, drained
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
1 cup beef broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat until hot, but not smoking. Pat the meat dry with paper towels and brown in batches, transferring the meat with a slotted spoon to a bowl as they are done.
  • In the fat remaining in the pot, cook the onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Return meat to the pot with any juices in the bowl and add the tomatoes with juice, chiles, beer, beef broth, oregano, cumin, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer, partially covered, for 2 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 107.4 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 647.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

BEEF, TOMATO, AND OKRA STEW



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Homey okra stew with beef and tomatoes. Serving suggestion: steamed white rice.

Provided by m0rdsithh

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ pound beef skirt steak, cubed
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon salted butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 cups diced fresh tomatoes
3 cups sliced okra
1 cup water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon base
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add beef, onion, bell pepper, butter, and garlic. Saute until vegetables are soft, onion is translucent, and beef is browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomatoes, okra, water, chicken base, seasoned salt, and garlic powder.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 17.4 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 739.9 mg, Sugar 8 g

NO TOMATO BEEF STEW



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So many of the beef stew recipes out there have tomato ... but I am with a man who is allergic to citric acid. I've tried a few recipes, this is the resulting amalgamation based on my cooking experiences

Provided by MummaKat

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2-2 lbs lean stewing beef
2 -3 tablespoons cooking oil
3 1/2 cups beef broth (or 3 cups beef broth plus 1/2 cup beer)
1 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
3 cups beef broth
2 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups carrots, sliced thickly
1 cup celery, sliced
1 1/2 cups peas
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place flour in a plastic bag, add a few pieces of beef at a time shaking well to coat.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large sauce pan. Add onions, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Transfer to a large stew pot.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp oil in sauce pan. Add meat and brown well. Transfer to stew pot.
  • Add beef broth (and beer if using), basil and thyme. Bring all to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until meat is tender.
  • Add 3 more cups beef broth. Add potatoes, carrots and celery, cover pot, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  • Add peas and simmer 15 minutes more.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. You won't need much salt, as the broth has plenty.

GUISADO DE RES EN SALSA DE JITOMATE - BEEF STEW IN TOMATO SAUCE



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Make and share this Guisado De Res En Salsa De Jitomate - Beef Stew in Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mariposa13

Categories     Steak

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 -4 lbs thinly sliced flank steaks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 potatoes
1 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 large white onion
5 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
2 1/4 cups water
2 cups canned tomato puree
1 (6 ounce) can corn
1 (6 ounce) can mixed vegetables
5 jalapeno peppers
3 plum tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cut the sliced flank steak into small pieces about the size of postage stamps.
  • Set steak pieces to simmer in vegetable oil over medium-low heat while preparing vegetables.
  • Dice the potatoes into small cubes and place them in a microwave safe bowl.
  • Microwave the potatoes 2-3 minutes on high until almost done.
  • Add the potatoes to the meat.
  • Add 1 cup fresh cilantro to the meat.
  • In a blender or food processor, add 1/2 large white onion, 3 cloves garlic, and coriander seeds. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water and puree.
  • Add this mixture to the meat along with 2 cups of tomato puree.
  • Add the small can of corn and mixed vegetables to the meat mixture. Add additional water to thin the broth to a soup-like consistency.
  • Now prepare the jalapeno salsa to be served on the side.
  • Place 5 jalapenos and 3 plum tomatoes on baking sheet.
  • Preheat oven to broil and broil, turning, until blackened.
  • Remove the blackened skins and using a mortar and pestle, grind the chiles and tomatoes together along with 2 cloves of garlic.
  • Serve with rice and beans and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 842.7, Fat 36.5, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 231.3, Sodium 299.3, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 12.6, Protein 80.2

TOMATO-BEEF STEW



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Use leftovers from our Spiced Steak Kebabs to make this hearty soup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 reserved kebabs from Spiced Steak Kebabs
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium russet potato, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large tomato, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 bay leaves
2 cups water
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Remove beef and vegetables from kebabs. Halve beef pieces and mushrooms and add beef and vegetables to a large heavy pot, along with carrots, potato, and garlic; toss with flour. Add tomato, tomato paste, bay leaves, and water; season with salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil over high; cover, reduce to low, and simmer rapidly until meat is tender, about 40 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve topped with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g

BEEF, GREEN CHILI AND TOMATO STEW



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I printed this off of allrecipes.com over 2 years ago,and made it several times, until my husband said he didn't like it THAT much. I wanted it again, so I added the potatoes - then it was great! So the spuds are optional

Provided by HEP MEP

Categories     Stew

Time 3h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 -4 red potatoes, cut into cubes
1 (29 ounce) can roma tomatoes, with juice
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained
1 (12 ounce) can beer
1 cup beef broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat until hot.
  • Pat the meat dry with paper towels and brown in batches, transferring the meat to a bowl with a slotted spoon as they are done.
  • In the fat remaining in the pot, cook the onions until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for one more minute.
  • Return meat to the pot with any juices in the bowl and add the potatoes, tomatoes with juice, chilies, beer, beef broth, oregano, cumin and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  • Simmer, partially covered, for 2 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tomatoes: Use ripe, firm tomatoes for the best flavor. Roma tomatoes are a good choice because they have fewer seeds and less water.
  • Brown the beef: Browning the beef before adding it to the stew will help to develop its flavor.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is an important part of the stew, so use a good quality broth that you like the taste of.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour: This will give the flavors time to develop and the beef time to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with your favorite sides: Beef tomato stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or bread.

Conclusion:

Beef tomato stew is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's a dish that you'll want to make again and again.

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